Emma Finucane earns fourth Commonwealth gold in keirin event
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Emma Finucane secured her fourth Commonwealth gold medal in the keirin event on August 2, 2026. The Welsh cyclist distinguished herself by previously winning in two sprints and a time trial during the Games in Glasgow. Meanwhile, the Australia team dominated the competition, finishing with a total of 171 medals, including 70 golds, well ahead of England, which claimed 110 medals, and Canada, with 62. The impressive performance saw Australia establish a significant lead over other nations. The Commonwealth Games concluded with these results on a high note for Australia.
- •Finucane won her fourth gold in the keirin on August 2, 2026.
- •Australia topped the medal tally with 171 total medals.
- •England finished second with 110 medals, followed by Canada with 62.
- •Finucane had previously won in two sprints and time trial events.
- 7:06 PMThe Guardian Sport — Emma Finucane lands keirin to claim historic fourth Commonwealth gold
"Welsh cyclist had won in two sprints and time trial Australia dominate Games with 171 medals, 70 gold Welsh cyclist Emma Finucane wrote her name into the history books on the final day of the Commonwealth Games, but Glasgow 2026 will be remembered most for Australia’s dominance. Before the Games, Australia swimmer Sam Short had told reporters: “I’m so pumped – I can’t wait to go over there and smash those Pommies up.” And the whole Australia team seemed to get the memo as they finished with 171 medals, of them 70 gold. That put them a staggering 61 clear of England, who won 110 medals, with Canada third after winning 62. Continue reading...
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